Bay of Plenty Weather in June

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in June.

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Rotorua Tauranga Mount Maunganui Waihi Beach

Planning a trip to Bay of Plenty, New Zealand this June? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Bay of Plenty in June

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. June in Bay of Plenty generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. The month of June is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Rotorua to 16°C (61°F) in Whakatāne. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Whakatāne and 6°C (43°F) in Rotorua.

For a closer look at conditions across Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In June, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Rotorua with an average of 126 mm (5 in) to heavy rainfall in Opotiki with 162 mm (6.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Rotorua receives about 121 hours of sunlight in June, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Bay of Plenty by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bay of Plenty — and find the best time to visit. (based on Rotorua)

January23°C (73°F) February24°C (75°F) March21°C (70°F) April19°C (66°F) May16°C (61°F) June13°C (55°F) This monthJuly13°C (55°F) August13°C (55°F) September15°C (59°F) October17°C (63°F) November19°C (66°F) December21°C (70°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Bay of Plenty in June

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bay of Plenty.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Bay of Plenty

What is the weather like in June for some of the most popular destinations in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Bay of Plenty (June)

Precipitation variation in Bay of Plenty (June)

Rotorua

In June Rotorua generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
121 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
126 mm (5 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Rotorua →

Tauranga

In June Tauranga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
138 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Tauranga →

Mount Maunganui

In June Mount Maunganui generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
138 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Mount Maunganui →

Waihi Beach

In June Waihi Beach generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
138 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Waihi Beach →

Ngongotaha

In June Ngongotaha generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
121 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
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In our records: New Zealand June extremes

Notable June records observed across cities in New Zealand in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest June night in New Zealand dropped to -16°C (3°F) in Franz Josef on June 26, 2007.

Popular cities in June

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bay of Plenty in June.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rotorua 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Tauranga 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Mount Maunganui 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Waihi Beach 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Ngongotaha 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Papamoa 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)

Bay of Plenty weather in June: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in June?

Expect poor weather across Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in June. The popular destination of Rotorua averages 13°C (55°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in June?

In Rotorua, the average daytime high in June is 13°C (55°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 6°C (43°F).

Does Bay of Plenty, New Zealand get a lot of rain in June?

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand sees substantial rainfall in June. Rotorua typically averages about 126 mm (5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is June a Good Time to Visit Bay of Plenty, New Zealand?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Rotorua, June may not be the ideal time to visit Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and March offering mostly perfect weather in Rotorua. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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